Irene A. Kabadian

HOLDEN – Irene A. (Perno) Kabadian, 71, of Holden, died Saturday, March 10, 2012, in the Rose Monahan Hospice Residence, Worcester. Irene was born in Worcester, daughter of Michael and Lucrezia (Argentieri) Perno, and lived in Holden for 39 years. She was a graduate of Commerce High School and was an accountant for several Worcester-area companies. She was a life member of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel-St Ann Church and was an instructor at its preschool program. Irene was also a member of the Worcester Art Museum. She enjoyed walking, and was a talented organist. She loved having family around her while she played. Irene was a lovely lady who treasured her family. She is survived by her husband of 49 years, George Kabadian; two daughters, Kimberly L. Kane and her husband Jeffrey of Worcester, and Julianne V. Stratton and her husband Matthew of West Boylston; three grandchildren, Angelina, Sophia and Theo; a brother, Michael Perno and his wife Shirley; two sisters, Angela Markarian and Mary Waterhouse; and several nephews and nieces. She was predeceased by two brothers, Matteo and Dominic Perno, and a sister, Michele Wrona. Calling hours are 8:30-10:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 14, at Mercadante Funeral Home & Chapel, 370 Plantation St., prior to the 11 a.m. funeral Mass in the Church of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel-St Ann, 24 Mulberry St., with interment in St. John's Cemetery, all in Worcester. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Our Lady of Mt. Carmel-St Ann Church Renovation Fund,. 24 Mulberry St., Worcester, MA. 01604.